Farmer Angel Network Honored for Mental Health Advocacy

October 14, 2025 - Baraboo, WI

We’re excited to share that Farmer Angel Network (FAN) was recognized at the Sauk County Health Department’s first Public Health Excellence Awards! The event celebrated local health champions, and we’re honored to be among them.

FAN received the award for Mental Health Advocacy. Thank you to Jodie Molitor for nominating us and highlighting the work our volunteers do to support mental health in farming communities.

Shout-Out to Other Award Winners!

These folks are making Sauk County a healthier, safer place to live and work.

• Public Health Lifetime Achievement: Dr. John McAuliffe

• Emergency Response Excellence: Jeff Jelinek

• Agricultural Health and Safety: Serge Koenig

• Youth Advocacy: Travis Hilliard

• Senior Advocacy: ADRC of Sauk County

A Big Thank-You

FAN's success relies on our partners including the Sauk County Health Department. They have been at the table since day one helping us connect farmers to resources.

Want to Get Involved?

Talk to one of our volunteers or email us at info@farmerangelnetwork.com. Together, we can keep supporting farmers and their families.

Photos courtesy of Sauk County Health Department

Top Left: FAN co-founder Dorothy Harms accepting award from Jodie Molitor

Top Middle: FAN co-founder Brenda Statz acceptance speech

Bottom (L to R): FAN Volunteers: Christy Updike, Anastasia Kurth, Sandy Kracht, Danielle Sander, Brenda Statz, Dorothy Harms, Jodie Molitor